Modi and Trump focus on trade and technology, sidelining Ukraine conflict

During a recent meeting, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized trade, technology, and counter-terrorism, omitting any mention of the Russia-Ukraine war. This marks a shift from previous discussions under the Biden administration. The leaders agreed to enhance law enforcement cooperation to combat illegal immigration and organized crime, particularly targeting Khalistan separatists in the U.S. They also called on Pakistan to stop cross-border terrorism and address concerns about market access and Chinese industrial overcapacity. New initiatives include the TRUST program for technology collaboration and the Indian Ocean Strategic Venture for economic connectivity. They also discussed nuclear power cooperation and condemned terrorism, urging Pakistan to bring justice for past attacks.